real estate
There comes a time in every man’s life when he wants a backyard — that little patch of grass behind a house with a hammock, a BBQ and a little wooden shed to store “stuff.” Unfortunately for Canadian city dwellers, that personal space comes at a premium. In fact, according … Read More
It’s not news to report that 2011 was a tough financial year on the international front. China, this decade’s promised capitalist wave-maker, saw its economic growth continue to cool, despite inflation coming (relatively) under control. Europe started and ended the year a mess, with the bottom expected to fall out … Read More
If you don’t want to end up couch-surfing for months, know your rights when it comes to condo closing dates. Here, some tips to ensure you don’t get ripped off. 1. Be Skeptical Salespeople make big promises, but nothing they say is binding. “Don’t hang your hat on the informal … Read More
With a lumbering real estate market, it’s a great time to consider trading up or changing locale. I can’t see interest rates going anywhere in a big hurry, so it’s not panic time and if selling your home in current markets is not optimal, then renovation is a smart way … Read More
